Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Muscat, Oman

The principal mosque of Oman, known for its restrained elegance and the world's second-largest hand-woven carpet. It reflects Oman's Ibadi Islamic tradition and its reputation for cultural refinement.

Historical Context

Commissioned by Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who modernized Oman during his 50-year reign, the mosque was built as a gift to the nation. Its design was selected through an international competition.